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This bill establishes an interagency task force to comprehensively review and investigate indoor air quality in public schools serving kindergarten through 12th grade students. The task force will comprise 17 members, including key state officials like the commissioners of elementary and secondary education and public health (who will co-chair), along with representatives from various educational and labor organizations. The task force's investigation will cover several critical areas of indoor air quality, such as assessing carbon monoxide detection systems, evaluating carbon dioxide monitoring, examining air filtration and ventilation equipment, analyzing temperature and humidity regulation, and reviewing existing grants related to school infrastructure. Specifically, the task force will investigate compliance with current detection system regulations, explore best practices for system placement, determine the feasibility of expanding monitoring systems, and evaluate the potential costs of implementing recommendations. By October 1, 2026, the task force is required to file a comprehensive report with legislative clerks and the joint committee on education, which will include their findings, analysis, and potential legislative proposals to improve air quality in public school buildings.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S351